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$217+ Cheap flights from Johnson City, TN, TN to San Diego (SAN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — SAN
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johnson City to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 14, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/1312:52 pmTRI - SAN
1 stop8h 26mDelta
Tue 12/1610:30 pmSAN - TRI
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Deal found 10/13$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1012:18 pmTRI - SAN
2 stops9h 07mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1712:43 pmSAN - TRI
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/11$342
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/138:54 amTRI - SAN
2 stops12h 31mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/168:25 amSAN - TRI
2 stops12h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/11$437
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/284:28 pmTRI - SAN
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/110:31 pmSAN - TRI
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/13$441
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/144:12 pmTRI - SAN
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/2012:43 pmSAN - TRI
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/13$459
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/63:48 pmTRI - SAN
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Thu 11/1310:30 pmSAN - TRI
1 stop7h 52mDelta
Deal found 10/13$483
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/62:40 pmTRI - SAN
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/1310:09 amSAN - TRI
2 stops9h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/12$488

Cheap flight deals from Johnson City to San Diego

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Round-trip from

$337
(Delta)

One-way from

$217
(Kiwi.com)

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October

Average price

$336
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johnson City to San Diego that are best for you.

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BlountvilleSan Diego

TRI - SAN

TRISAN

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Sat 12/13

12:52 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop8h 26m

San Diego

Tue 12/16

10:30 pm-9:27 am

1 stop7h 57m

$337

BlountvilleSan Diego

TRI - SAN

TRISAN

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Wed 12/10

12:18 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop8h 47m

San Diego

Wed 12/17

12:43 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$337

BlountvilleSan Diego

TRI - SAN

TRISAN

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Sat 1/31

6:10 am-11:39 am

1 stop8h 29m

San Diego

Sat 2/7

6:20 am-6:49 pm

2 stops9h 29m

$342

BlountvilleSan Diego

TRI - SAN

TRISAN

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Sun 11/9

9:50 pm-12:07 pm

3 stops41h 17m

$217

BlountvilleSan Diego

TRI - SAN

TRISAN

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Wed 11/12

3:34 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$381

BlountvilleSan Diego

TRI - SAN

TRISAN

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Sun 11/9

10:02 am-6:09 pm

2 stops11h 07m

$594

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Deals found on 10/13

Best time to book a flight from Johnson City to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johnson City to San Diego

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johnson City to San Diego?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johnson City to San Diego (average of $114). Flying from Johnson City to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $288). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from J0H to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Johnson City to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 14, 2025.

When flying from Johnson City to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johnson City to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Johnson City to San Diego. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Johnson City to San Diego flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Diego. Reviews last updated October 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Johnson City to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,042 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johnson City to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from Johnson City?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Diego from Johnson City. Booking flights from Johnson City to San Diego (SAN) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Johnson City from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johnson City to San Diego?

    A quick flight from Johnson City to San Diego can take about 8h 26m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $337. Airlines will cover a distance of 1983 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johnson City to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johnson City to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johnson City to San Diego?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johnson City to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johnson City to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johnson City to San Diego by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johnson City to San Diego?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johnson City to San Diego (average of $114). Flying from Johnson City to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $288). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Johnson City to San Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Johnson City to San Diego. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$150Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$255Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$350Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$366Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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